JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jefferson Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson Parish school district, located in Jefferson, LA with about 364 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, Jefferson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Jefferson Elementary School, located at 4440 Jefferson Highway in Jefferson, Louisiana, is a public school serving students in the Jefferson Parish Public School System. Situated in a suburban community just outside of New Orleans, the school is known for its focus on providing a foundational education in a neighborhood-oriented environment. It serves a diverse student population, aiming to foster academic growth, social development, and community engagement through its curriculum and various extracurricular programs.

Like many schools in the Jefferson Parish district, the institution emphasizes meeting state academic standards while striving to create an inclusive atmosphere for its students. The campus serves as a central hub for families in the area, offering support services and programs designed to help students transition through their early elementary years. By integrating traditional classroom instruction with a focus on student well-being, Jefferson Elementary works to prepare its pupils for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Jefferson Elementary School at (504) 733-9461 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.